Safety & Public Health
E-Bike Child Deaths Spur Debate Over Parental Accountability
As child e-bike injuries surge, prosecutors and lawmakers debate whether parents should face criminal charges for allowing kids to ride illegally.
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As child e-bike injuries surge, prosecutors and lawmakers debate whether parents should face criminal charges for allowing kids to ride illegally.
Neurosurgeons warn e-bike crashes cause more severe brain injuries in children than traditional bikes, with injuries surging over 300% in recent years.
Amazon is rolling out hundreds of cargo e-bikes in NYC and launching a DC pilot to replace delivery vans, reduce congestion, and combat double-parking.